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Original Content Duke Deuce Talks "CRUNKSTAR," Memphis Legends & Origins Of Crunk & Trap Music Quality Control's Duke Deuce is preparing to release his "crunkest" album to date. The Memphis rapper talks about his upcoming album, the possibility of a joint project with A$AP Ferg, and the best advice he ever received from P and Offset. By Aron A. November 24, 2021
Reviews Rae Sremmurd's "SR3MM" (Review) "SR3MM" is a worthwhile experiment but it proves that Swae Lee and Slim Jxmmi are better as a duo, and need Mike Will production to truly be at their best. By Patrick Lyons May 08, 2018
Society Freeway Ricky Ross Talks Being Black In America, Fakeness In Rap & Educating Yourself By Any Means Necessary The real Rick Ross speaks. By Karlton Jahmal June 26, 2018
Original Content J.I.D For Beginners: 5 Songs To Get You Started Familiarize yourself with the brilliance of J.I.D before his inevitable rise. By Mitch Findlay November 06, 2018
Original Content Kendrick Lamar Might Just Be The Best Rapper Alive You know, he might just be. By Mitch Findlay July 22, 2019
Reviews Review: Rick Ross' "Black Dollar" Rick Ross' is a solid mixtape from a man who rarely disappoints his fans. By Chris Tart September 07, 2015
Original Content Dave East Reflects On "Karma 3," His Favorite Lyricists, & Signing With Nas Following the release of Dave East's "Karma 3," we caught up with the lyricist to talk about the project, his writing process, and the albums that inspired him. By Mitch Findlay August 24, 2020
Original Content #TBT: Kid Cudi "Man On The Moon" Phase Cudders gets the throwback treatment, highlighting his "Man on the Moon" phase. By Chris Tart April 23, 2015
Reviews K. Michelle "I'm The Problem" Album Review K. Michelle issues a gorgeous farewell to R&B on "I'm The Problem," an album that captures her raw emotions and unfiltered authenticity. By Isabella Pennese September 26, 2023
Original Content Bobby Shmurda Details Kai Cenat Friendship & Twitch Streaming Bobby Shmurda details his unexpected friendship with his "lil' bro" Kai Cenat and drops gems for up-and-coming artists. By Aron A. July 13, 2022
Music Maluma Net Worth 2023: What Is The Singer-Rapper Worth? Tracing Maluma's ascent from Medellín's rhythmic heartbeat to international acclaim, spotlighted by a massive net worth in 2023. By Jake Skudder October 12, 2023
Reviews Review: Machine Gun Kelly's "Black Flag" After much anticipation, MGK returns from the shadows with his new "Black Flag" mixtape. By Matt Aceto July 03, 2013